School was called off yesterday, probably because it’s taken so long for winter to finally arrive in Kentucky. The amount of snow on the hill behind our house was essentially pitiful, but the neighborhood kids were not to be denied. … Continue reading →

Hey, as long as the webpage exists, why not use it? Here’s a spring project that I posted on our Facebook page. Trace pattern onto 10″ square of mid-tone calico. Top with a 10″ piece of organza and place both … Continue reading →

Yes, dear friends, we’ve had an interruption, due to that pesky drunk driver. Greg has asked for a sabbatical, which means I get one, too. Thanks for your support, humor, and contributions. The on-line ordering has ceased. If you would … Continue reading →

What a gorgeous Kentucky day! Hard to believe that there are so many people willing to put the fight for bargains ahead of enjoying the sun glistening through the heroic gem-like leaves still clinging to branches. After the annual visit … Continue reading →

Now that Fall is to bed (the issue) I have a hankering to gather paint, threads and canvas for a piece I WANT to stitch, no hidden (editorial) agenda. That shall be my vacation. Well, that, and our trip to … Continue reading →

Looks like, at this count, we have 10 knit/crochet projects, 8 counted technique patterns, and 8 ‘other’ assorted needlework features, plus the (un)usual Spool quirks. Fall is here! Or, will be, on Sept 15. Hope you’re looking forward to both … Continue reading →

I am so pumped, that Fall is finished but for the shouting! That’s Jennifer shouting at me, “where’s this? where’s that?” But for the moment, I will just revel in the glory that is a job well done, even if … Continue reading →

It’s certainly hot enough for lemonade. Or any kind of liquid ‘ade’. My little mama gets her exercise by walking from her room, through my studio, out the sliding glass door to the patio, then in five minutes she makes … Continue reading →

This month ‘off’ has been anything but! Was hoping to be sentenced to 30 days of painting after Summer came off the press, but with lost subscriptions, the Canadian postal strike, cheering-on by future contributors, and obsessively ruminating about the … Continue reading →

Editors never know the season. We work ahead of the calendar, and I’m luckier than most by being just a season ahead. I was looking for a light sweater in my closet today, not quite an actual coat, before hearing … Continue reading →